Creative Thought and the Divine Word: An Examination of the Mythological Expression of Cosmic Consciousness
Religions February 17, 2026 Merve Günaltay Başak, Aynur Koçak
Creation myths from around the world share a common underlying structure in which the universe emerges through thought and word, despite their diverse cultural expressions. An analysis of primary mythological texts from Hindu, Maori, Maya, Maiana, Dogon, Polynesian, Ancient Egyptian, and Turkish traditions reveals that these narratives function as coherent models of creation, not just stories. Cognitive intention and verbal articulation are consistently portrayed as constitutive forces in the origin of existence. The study uses qualitative content analysis and hermeneutic reading to compare these traditions, showing that shared principles about the mental and linguistic foundations of the cosmos appear across cultures while each preserves its own distinctive imagery and phrasing.